Program Name: Auto Technology s2

PROGRAM COMPETENCY PROFILE FOR CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Career Cluster: Manufacturing

Program Name: Cabinetmaking and Millwork/Millwright CIP: 480703 Effective 8/13

National Standard: Architectural Woodworkers Institute (AWI) and Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)

Program Name: Cabinetmaking and Millwork/Millwright CIP: 480703 Effective 8/14

National Standard: Architectural Woodworkers Institute (AWI) and Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)

Competencies
(statement that provides the overview and defines the instructional area)
Student will: / Knowledge, Content and Skills
(what a student needs to know and be able to do and upon which they will be assessed )
Student will: / Rating Scale -Sample Performance Assessments
(Performance tasks the student needs to demonstrate in order to be rated proficient in meeting the competency)
Student will:
Understand the nomenclature and function of the tools used in millwork and cabinetry in order to ensure a safe work environment / 1. Demonstrate the safe use and care of woodworker’s hand tools.
AAI 8. Health, Safety, and Environment: Explain the health and safety laws and practices affecting the employee, the surrounding community, and the environment in this industry. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
2. Demonstrate the safe use and care of woodworker’s power tools.
AAI 8. Health, Safety, and Environment: Explain the health and safety laws and practices affecting the employee, the surrounding community, and the environment in this industry. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand and utilize fundamental woodworking terms and practices in order to convert the raw material into a useable product / 3. Demonstrate the proper procedure for squaring a piece of stock. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
4. Discuss and identify the properties of wood. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
5. Explain the process used for converting a tree to various wood products.( Reference AWI Standards)
AAI 5. Underlying Principles of Technology: Explain through discussion the technological systems used within this industry. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand the design and construction of furniture and fixtures from solid wood to produce a quality product / 6. Construct a wooden product using basic joinery techniques. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
7. Produce a turned product.
AAI 4. Technical and Production Skills: Identify specific production and technical skills required for this industry. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand the design and construction of furniture to reinforce basic joining techniques / 8. Construct a piece of furniture based on the frame and panel construction technique. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
9. Construct a piece of furniture using cross-grain construction. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand various finishes and their application to furniture
in order to insure proper application and safety / 10. Identify types of materials used in finishing a furniture piece. ie: stains and sprays. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
11. Identify the health hazards and the regulations associated with the products used in finishing. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
12. Apply finish using a variety of methods. ie: wax, shellac, wipe-out, varnish. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand the manufacture of durable goods. / 13. Describe current production systems used to manufacture durable goods. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
14. Identify lines of communication and decision-making in a typical production system. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand the research, design, and construction of a product suitable for mass production and marketing that are critical to business operation / 15. List and describe the steps involved in developing a product for manufacture.
AAI 4. Technical and Production Skills: Identify specific production and technical skills required for this industry. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
16. Apply designing and planning skills to assist in the development of a prototype.
( Auto CAD) / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
17. Determine the manufacturing and marketing potential of a product. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand production system, the necessary work cells and floor plan in order to produce a given product and reinforce a quality business model / 18. Analyze a product to determine the necessary production processes and tools. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
19. Create a production flow chart and/or a facility layout. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
20. Calculate costs of a project to compare to the market value of a similar product. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand and apply basic shop drawing and estimating skills in order to build a product
and insure shop efficiency and safety / 21. Develop a system to schedule and manage work and to control materials and completed products. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
22. Demonstrate effective management skills to operate an efficient production system. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand the importance of a tool maintenance program
to insure safety and efficiency of the workplace / 23. Prepare a maintenance schedule for a piece of equipment. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
24. Apply established maintenance procedures to assess and maintain hand and power tools. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand the fundamental concepts of
business ownership. / 25. Discuss and assess venture creation possibilities and identify the steps in planning the venture.
AAI 1. Planning: Explain the key elements of a long-term plan for a successful company.
AAI 2. Management: Discuss the different forms of management and ownership within the industry.
AAI 3. Finance: Explain the key components of financial management of a company. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
26. Identify the resources needed for venture startup and operation. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
27. Discuss the options in planning the venture’s future (growth, development, demise).
AAI 6. Labor Issues: Explain the employees’ and employers’ rights and responsibilities in this industry.
AAI 7. Community Issues: Discuss the ways a company can impact its community and the ways a community can impact a company. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
28. Identify and discuss the traits and behaviors of an entrepreneur (leadership, personal assessment, personal management). / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand the importance of personal growth and leadership to enhance career success / 29. Demonstrate personal growth, community leadership, democratic principles and social responsibility by participating in activities/events offered through student organizations.
. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
30. Develop, practice and demonstrate cabinetmaking and millwork skills through participation in community projects. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understand the necessary employability skills in order to achieve success in today’s workplace / 31. Decision-Making & Problem-Solving:
Demonstrate and apply good decision-making and problem-solving skills by outlining issues in situations/problems and determining, collecting, and organizing information needed in order to formulate a solution. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
For Example:
- create an outline
- create a troubleshooting log
- make class presentation
- develop and test strategies or options that work
- provide examples of the strategies or options tested or tried
- compare and analyze pros and cons of identified strategies or options
- through teamwork, arrive at a decision or determine a solution that is well suited to the task
- independently arrive at a decision or determine a solution that is well suited to the task
- communicate in a clear format how the solution was formed
- justify or describe how and why a particular solution option was chosen
32. Self–Management:
Demonstrate and apply self-management skills by adhering to regulations, being responsible, and following through on commitments.
AAI 9. Personal Work Habits: Explain the work habits an employer looks for in an employee in this industry. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
For Example:
- have a written test on applicable policies and procedures
- assess student orientation knowledge through instructor observations and written unit test
- review student handbook
- adhere to regulations in school, classroom, and everyday settings
- build trust by being consistent, dependable, and verbally positive with others
- ask questions and listen to others
- keep track of assignments and/or responsibilities
- have work done on time
- respond positively to constructive feedback
- show respect for others and their points of view
- set individual goals and document progress toward achieving those goals
- take initiative to pursue learning
- adapt as necessary to create a positive outcome for self and others
- advocate appropriately for himself/herself
33. Communication Skills:
Demonstrate and apply effective communication skills: verbal, written, visual, and listening. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
For Example:
- be given a work order that contains written instructions of a specific job and complete the work order
- create a power point presentation
- participate in a debate
- perform mock interviews
- develop a topic
- include details to support a main point
- use appropriate grammar and sentence structure
- organize writing and/or presentation materials
- use constructive feedback to improve skill
- participate in discussion and conversation by listening, entering in, taking turns, responding to others’ remarks, asking questions, summarizing and closing, as appropriate to the given context
- use varied vocabulary for clarity and effectiveness
- support his/her ideas in a public forum using the appropriate visual/audio aides
- select and use the appropriate media and method(s) to communicate the subject effectively
- adapt writing, speaking, and/or visual presentations effectively to a particular audience
- act on or respond appropriately to verbal and non-verbal cues from the audience
34. Ability to Work with Others:
Demonstrate and apply the necessary skills in order to work effectively with others. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
For Example:
- role play a situation in which there is a conflict which must be resolved
- compose a list of what she/he believes to be the most common problems within that profession after reviewing appropriate work ethics standards
- conduct an interview with a manager and share report with classmates
- demonstrate knowledge of individual strengths he/she brings to a group
- demonstrate knowledge of and respect for cultural and individual differences
- demonstrate beginning skills in conflict management by outlining the issues involved and others’ points of view
- demonstrate knowledge of the possible roles and responsibilities that individuals assume while working with others
- demonstrate knowledge of group skills: listening, brainstorming, clarifying information, showing initiative, acknowledging contributions, defining group tasks, and responding positively to constructive feedback
- demonstrate increasing skills in conflict management by brainstorming a variety of solutions and their possible outcomes
- apply his/her individual strengths to enhance a group’s performance
- assume responsibilities within a group
- demonstrate the use of group skills in a way that enhances a group’s performance
- demonstrate skills in conflict management by describing, justifying, and applying a resolution process, and reflecting on the outcome
35. Information Use - Research, Analysis, Technology:
Demonstrate and apply the use of information through research, analysis, and technology. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
For Example:
- do a research project and develop a presentation for the class
- keep a daily notebook
- show use of a plan for gathering information
- gather information from a variety of sources, using a variety of technologies
- use sources that are current and appropriate to the topic
- evaluate sources for correct and trustworthy information
- document sources of information appropriately
- demonstrate and apply the skills in using software applications (MS Office)
- use a filing/organization system for information, such as notebook, disk, etc.
- justify the use of a particular organizational system for a particular product
- demonstrate effective communication skills (written, oral, listening)
- effectively present a thesis, supporting evidence, and a conclusion using a variety of media
36. Mathematical Concepts:
Demonstrate mathematical and computation skills as applied to real world situations. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
For Example:
- keep a log of all possible uses of mathematics noticed throughout the class/lab/worksite
- compute accurately, applying addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division on real numbers, fractions, percents, and decimals
- collect, interpret, organize and display relevant data for solving a mathematics problem
- translate real world problems into mathematical representations
- express and present mathematical ideas clearly in everyday written and oral language
- express in written and oral language how mathematics connects to other contexts outside the mathematics classroom
- use basic numerical concepts such as whole numbers and percentages in practical situations; make reasonable estimates of arithmetic results without a calculator; and use tables, graphs, diagrams, and charts to obtain or convey quantitative information
- approach practical problems by choosing appropriately from a variety of mathematical techniques; use quantitative data to construct logical explanations for real world situations; express mathematical ideas and concepts orally and in writing; and understand the role of chance in the occurrence and prediction of events
37. General Safety:
Demonstrate and apply safe practices and procedures in the workplace. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
: For Example:
- develop scenarios of hazards and accidents using publications and the internet
- be observed by teacher
- take written quizzes/written tests
- demonstrate knowledge of safety and sanitation practices and procedures
- identify and report hazardous conditions and safe working procedures
- use personal protective equipment and clothing
38. Career Development:
Demonstrate personal/career development skills by completing a career plan. / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
For Example:
- complete a self-awareness inventory
- develop a career portfolio
- use a career software, such as Choices, to measure their aptitudes and abilities for particular careers
- use available resources (college catalogs and websites) to research information about postsecondary educational opportunities
- select a career in the field and outline educational and skill requirements, expected job growth, and salaries
- review with teacher software printout to assess their aptitudes and abilities

Key: Rating Scale: 1 NO EXPOSURE; 2 = NOVICE (Information was covered in class, but student cannot demonstrate skill or knowledge without significant supervision); 3 = PROFICIENT (Student regularly demonstrates the knowledge or skill); 4= MASTERY (Student demonstrates successful completion of this skill numerous times without supervision.)